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Lycoming College

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No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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Study AbroadTransfer In FriendlyTalent Scholarship

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BA Directing

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Study AbroadTransfer In FriendlyTalent Scholarship

Training

Directing curriculum focuses on play analysis, visual storytelling, collaboration, and creative thinking

Project-oriented training helps students develop a personal directing voice through hands-on work

Performance & Productions

Directing students collaborate with actors, designers, and technicians in the Dragon's Lair Theatre and Mary L. Welch Theatre

Students can develop a senior project and build a professional resume through production experiences

Degree Flexibility

Directing is one of five Theatre majors, and students may complete more than one Theatre major with additional credits

School Info

Snapshot

3.44

Avg GPA (W)

74%

Admit Rate

school-wide

60%

Grad Rate

996

Enrollment

$56K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$53,116

Before aid

Average Net Price

$19,140

After aid

Tuition Costs · lycoming.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 7, 1:52 AM

Program Highlights

Training

Directing curriculum focuses on play analysis, visual storytelling, collaboration, and creative thinking

Project-oriented training helps students develop a personal directing voice through hands-on work

Performance & Productions

Directing students collaborate with actors, designers, and technicians in the Dragon's Lair Theatre and Mary L. Welch Theatre

Students can develop a senior project and build a professional resume through production experiences

Degree Flexibility

Directing is one of five Theatre majors, and students may complete more than one Theatre major with additional credits

Program Highlights

Training

Directing curriculum focuses on play analysis, visual storytelling, collaboration, and creative thinking

Project-oriented training helps students develop a personal directing voice through hands-on work

Performance & Productions

Directing students collaborate with actors, designers, and technicians in the Dragon's Lair Theatre and Mary L. Welch Theatre

Students can develop a senior project and build a professional resume through production experiences

Degree Flexibility

Directing is one of five Theatre majors, and students may complete more than one Theatre major with additional credits

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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Deadline

Early DecisionNov 15, 2026

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionDec 16, 2026

Official page · lycoming.edu

Program AppApplication

Audition

Talent Scholarship Materials DeadlineMar 1, 2027

Scholarship Opportunities · lycoming.edu

Scholarship Interview and Portfolio Requirements

Optional interview and portfolio for scholarship consideration only; they are not required for program admission.

Resume

Bring a resume or a list of production experiences for the talent-scholarship interview

Portfolio

Include production photos and programs for discussion during the interview

Scholarship Opportunities · lycoming.edu

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through Lycoming's university application options; no separate Directing admission portal is published

Program-specific talent scholarship appointments are scheduled through Admissions

Admission Pathway

Directing is a standalone Theatre major in Lycoming's official catalog

Applicants interested in more than one theatre area do not need to choose a specialization for the scholarship audition/interview

Important Notes

Talent scholarship auditions/interviews should be completed by the application date and no later than March 1

Students are eligible for one talent scholarship; additional talent awards may be honorary

Transfer Pathway

Transfer applicants can request a personalized credit review to see how approved coursework applies to the BA Directing. Lycoming accepts up to 64 transfer credits, subject to major residency requirements.

Transfer · lycoming.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

No published Directing admission audition or prescreen is required beyond Lycoming's university application

Directing talent-scholarship candidates bring production materials and discuss interests and goals

Audition Expectations

Bring a resume or list of production experiences

Include production photos and programs

When possible, auditions/interviews are held in person during Theatre Scholarship Days at November and February Open Houses

Scholarship Info

Theatre Scholarship

Theatre talent scholarships are up to $3,000 per year

Directing applicants may interview for scholarship consideration; the scholarship interview is not required for admission

Auditions/interviews should be completed by the relevant application date and no later than March 1

School Info

Snapshot

3.44

Avg GPA (W)

74%

Admit Rate

school-wide

60%

Grad Rate

996

Enrollment

$56K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$53,116

Before aid

Average Net Price

$19,140

After aid

Tuition Costs · lycoming.edu College Scorecard

Training

Directing curriculum focuses on play analysis, visual storytelling, collaboration, and creative thinking

Project-oriented training helps students develop a personal directing voice through hands-on work

Performance & Productions

Directing students collaborate with actors, designers, and technicians in the Dragon's Lair Theatre and Mary L. Welch Theatre

Students can develop a senior project and build a professional resume through production experiences

Degree Flexibility

Directing is one of five Theatre majors, and students may complete more than one Theatre major with additional credits

Updated Aug 7, 1:52 AM